Carbines (Operation Flashpoint)

Carbines are short-barrelled weapons that are typically of a smaller size and lighter weight compared to assault rifles with standard-length barrels. Carbines essentially fill the gap between assault rifles and submachine guns; using the same calibres of the former and the fire rate of the latter. Because of their shorter barrels, most carbines have a lower muzzle velocity compared to assault rifles, which restricts their maximum effective range to 300 metres or less (in most cases).